Wiay, Inner Hebrides
Wiay, pronounced "waya" (Gaelic: Fuidheigh) is an uninhabited island in Loch Bracadale, off the coast of the Isle of Skye
| Scottish Gaelic name | Fuidheigh |
|---|---|
| Meaning of name | Settlement |
| Location | |
Wiay Wiay shown relative to Skye | |
| OS grid reference | NG292363 |
| Coordinates | 57.34°N 6.5°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Skye |
| Area | 148 ha (366 acres) |
| Area rank | 123 |
| Highest elevation | 61 m (200 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Highland |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
| References | |
Wiay is approximately 1.3 kilometres (3⁄4 mile) wide by 2.1 kilometres (1+1⁄4 mi) long and lies 1.3 km (3⁄4 mi) west of Ullinish, and 1+1⁄2 mi (2.5 km) north of Fiskavaig on the Minginish Peninsula. It is the largest island in Loch Bracadale, with an area of 148 hectares (370 acres).
Most of the coastline consists of cliffs up to 60 m (200 ft) high, and the southern bluff is a striking overhanging cliff of 59 m (194 ft). The highest point of the island is 61 m (200 ft).
Wiay is noted for its stunning sea arches and large echoing sea caves, one of which is reputed to be haunted by an English ghost.
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